Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov emphasized the importance of interregional trade, economic and financial partnership in the EU, speaking at the 19th ministerial meeting “Central Asia - European Union” in Luxembourg. This was reported by the press service of the Turkmen Foreign Ministry.
Meredov noted the EU's support in strengthening transport links and developing the private sector in Central Asian states. He also raised the issue of Turkmenistan's upcoming accession to the World Trade Organization and the need to continue constructive dialogue with European partners to achieve this goal.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan also emphasized the huge potential for interaction with the European Union in various sectors, including healthcare and the digital economy.
Touching upon the topic of cooperation in the energy sector, Meredov emphasized the key importance of transportation of energy resources for Turkmenistan. He placed particular emphasis on expanding gas exports to Europe through the Trans-Caspian Gas Pipeline, as well as the importance of promoting international cooperation in the clean and renewable energy sectors.
The head of the Turkmen Foreign Ministry called for support for two UN General Assembly resolutions initiated by Turkmenistan - on sustainable transport and mobility of energy resources.